Diary of a Filmmaker: The Making of Bringing Back Golden Eye (Part 4)
Welcome to the forth and final instalment of our Bringing Back Golden Eye blog series! In this entry, I delve into the release of my...
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Dec 15 min read
The Sound Recordist’s Toolbox: 5 Reasons Why the Sennheiser G3 Radios are Still Amazing
Since I began my career as a sound recordist, there are a few pieces of equipment that have travelled all the way with me to the present...
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Nov 245 min read
Diary of a Filmmaker: The Making of Bringing Back Golden Eye (Part 3)
Welcome to the third instalment of our Bringing Back GoldenEye blog series! In this entry, I delve into the post-production process of my...
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Nov 174 min read
Diary of a Sound Recordist: Life as a Self-Employed Dad
I've been a freelance sound recordist for over 12 years, having jumped straight into self-employment right after graduating from...
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Sep 145 min read
Diary of a Filmmaker: The Making of Bringing Back Golden Eye (Part 2)
Welcome to the second installment of our blog series! In this entry, I delve into the production process of my first feature-length film...
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Sep 75 min read
The Sound Recordist’s Toolbox: 5 Reasons Why the Sennheiser 416 Shotgun Mic Has Been King for Almost 50 Years!
In a world of fast technology and constant upgrades, it might sound staggering to know that there are pieces of tech out there that have...
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Aug 245 min read
Diary of a Filmmaker: The Making of Bringing Back Golden Eye (Part 1)
If someone had told me at the start of 2018 that I would direct a feature-length film, I wouldn’t have believed them. For those that...
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Aug 173 min read
The Sound Recordist's Toolbox: Boom-Buddy Boom Pole - Review
Recently, I had the chance to test out one of the new boom poles from the Boom-Buddy brand while working on a documentary shoot near...
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Aug 33 min read
A Sound Recordist's Tips: Breaking into Production Sound - A Guide for Aspiring Sound Recordists
I began my journey in sound back in 2012, right after graduating from university. At that time, I had minimal industry connections,...
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Jul 215 min read
The Sound Recordist’s Toolbox: 5 Reasons Why You Should Use Tentacle Sync Timecode Boxes
In my years as a sound recordist, there are plenty of pieces of equipment that come and go, but a few have stuck with me thanks to their...
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Jun 153 min read
Diary of a Sound Recordist: Why Pink Floyd are One of the Greatest Bands Ever
Growing up, my dad was a massive Pink Floyd fan. He was among the fortunate ones who experienced the iconic 'Pulse' show live in London...
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Jun 15 min read
Diary of a Sound Recordist: A Look Back at... "Emergency: First Time Medics" TV Show (2022)
Back in the early summer of 2022, I had the opportunity to work as the sound recordist for a new tv show, a non-broadcast pilot for a new...
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May 184 min read
A Look Back at... the Sound Devices 442 x Zoom F8 Combo (2016-22)
Back in 2016, I decided to make a change to the way I was mixing and recording audio for productions by purchasing two different pieces...
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Apr 272 min read
Excellence of the DPA 4071 Lav Microphone
In the toolkit of a sound recordist, few tools rival the versatility and indispensability of the lavalier microphone. Whether discreetly...
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Apr 55 min read
The Thrilling World of Wrestling: Exploring the Passion Behind It
When you think or hear of the term “wrestling” or “Professional Wrestling”, what do you think of? The Rock? Hogan? Undertaker? John Cena?...
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Mar 247 min read
A Look Back on... "Persian Gogglebox" (2017 - 2022)
Back in 2017, I was fortunate to start work on a new TV project called “BebinTV”, the Persian/Farsi language version of the popular...
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Mar 174 min read
"The Office" & "Extras" - Greatest British Sitcoms of All Time
Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant’s “The Office” first hit UK TV screens back in 2001, when I was just 11 years old. “Extras” then aired...
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Mar 102 min read
Employed or Self-Employed? Navigating the Film and Television Industry
In the dynamic world of film and television production, the choice between being employed or self-employed carries significant weight,...
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Mar 33 min read
"What You Need to Know About the Audio Ltd A10 Radios: Features, Pros, and Cons"
In the fast-paced world of film and television production, having reliable wireless audio equipment is paramount. Enter the Audio Ltd A10...
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Feb 253 min read
Back to the Future: A Timeless Cinematic Masterpiece
In the vast landscape of cinematic history, certain films stand out as timeless classics that transcend generations. Among these, "Back...
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